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Mexican fugitive wanted for rape deported from Virginia
WASHINGTON, District of Columbia — A 42-year-old Mexican fugitive wanted for rape in his home country was deported from the United States on July 17, according to Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Washington, D.C. Alejandro Piedras-Padilla was removed from the U.S. and handed over to Mexican authorities, stated ERO...
When will solar ban lift in Cumberland? Draft plan considered
Back in February, Cumberland County supervisors made a decision on a solar ban. They pressed pause on any new solar applications, of which they were getting several. The reason, as they explained at the time, is currently the county doesn’t have a full solar policy. That is, there’s no specifics defining what is or isn’t […] The post When will solar ban lift in Cumberland? Draft plan considered appeared first on Farmville.
‘Where is my baby? Is she alive?’: Richmond mom desperately searches for missing teen
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - A Richmond mom is torn to pieces at the thought of never seeing her eldest daughter again. “She’s my world, my first baby. She made me a mom,” Tiara Bailey said. What seemed a typical summer day quickly turned into a nightmare Bailey has...
Man dies at hospital following Albemarle County crash
ALBEMARLE COUNTY — Authorities said a man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday night in Albemarle County. At approximately 6:40 p.m., the Albemarle County Police Department and Albemarle County Fire Rescue responded to a crash involving an SUV and sedan in the area of Seminole Trail and Hill Top View Lane, a press release said. ...
Drought warning advisory expands to 60 counties, cities in Virginia
The drought warning advisory in Virginia has been expanded to include 60 counties and cities, with 15 counties and cities no longer under a drought watch advisory, according to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
‘Brain Health’ mushroom gummies found to contain illegal hallucinogens
CHARLOTTESVILLE – Mushroom gummies being sold to promote brain function may contain the illegal hallucinogen psylocibin and other harmful ingredients not listed on the label, UVA Health experts are warning in a press release after five people — including a 3-year-old child — were sickened. A spate...
The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Possible record stormy stretch of weather unfolding in South
Start your day with the latest weather news. A cold front that marched across the country this week is stalling and has become the focus of a prolonged period of wet weather in the southern U.S.
Tim Heaphy writes book on Unite the Right, January 6
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Tim Heaphy, lead investigator for the House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack and Charlottesville’s Unite the Right, former University of Virginia counsel and previous United States attorney for the Western District of Virginia, will soon have a new title: published author. Harbinger:...
“More than your struggle...” Elk Hill students overcoming adversity
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - For the second year in a row, Elk Hill in Central Virginia has been recognized as a top healthcare workplace. The non-profit focuses on helping kids who come from traumatic backgrounds, and some who struggle mentally and emotionally. One employee is using her personal experience to...
UVA’s Walsh sisters ready to compete at Olympics
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - It’s the ultimate goal to medal at the Olympics. Alex Walsh won silver at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics three years ago as a teenager swimming in the 200-meter individual medley. This year, younger sister Gretchen Walsh will compete with her at the Olympics in Paris.
Federal Grant Awarded for Carver Center Nutrition Program in Culpeper
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission (RRRC) received $92,084 in federal funding to implement a nutrition program at the Carver Center in Culpeper County. The program is designed to increase local foods in school meals and improve nutrition security for local children. The program will use the Carver Food Enterprise Center’s commercial kitchen for the monthly delivery of food to students. The effort will connect local farmers with school cafeterias, providing fresh, nutritious food.
Cyclists biking across US to raise awareness of poverty foundation
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A few cyclists passed through Charlottesville Thursday, July 18 as part of a nationwide tour to end poverty. The goal of the ‘Pedaling to End Poverty’ tour is to raise awareness for the SEED Poverty Alleviation Program at Utah State University. The cyclists started...
VHSL holding two-day meetings going into the school year with public invited to Day 1
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Virginia High School League staff will conduct two-day area meetings throughout the state beginning July 22 and continuing until August 28 to review all aspects of the League’s athletic and non-athletic programs before the school year begins. The VHSL is extending an exclusive invitation to the public to attend the Day 1 meeting in their area, allowing attendees to ask questions, provide input, or share any concerns they might want to share with the VHSL staff. Executive Director Billy Haun, Assistant Director for Compliance Ty Gafford, and other VHSL Assistant Directors will lead the meetings. The public is invited to interact one-on-one with VHSL staff.
Tom Sox Triumph vs Generals Amid Thunder and Lightning
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Charlottesville Tom Sox were not going to let a little inclement weather stand in the way of a doubleheader sweep of the Waynesboro Generals on Wednesday evening. After a two-hour thunder and lightning delay, game one got underway at 7:05. Coastal Carolina...
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